On October 10, 2024, BIOBEST and IVIA participated in the XIII Spanish Congress of Applied Entomology in Gijón, Spain. This prestigious event gathered leading researchers and industry experts to discuss the latest developments in applied entomology and sustainable pest management solutions.
As part of the NextGenBioPest initiative, BIOBEST and IVIA presented groundbreaking research focusing on biological control strategies and ecosystem services in citrus orchards. Their contributions included two key studies:
El trips depredador Franklinothrips vespiformis Crawford (Thysanoptera: Aeolothripidae) como agente de control biológico de especies invasoras de trips – This study explored the predatory thrips Franklinothrips vespiformis as a biological control agent against invasive thrips species, offering new insights into sustainable pest management approaches.
Effect of ground covers on the ecosystem services of ants in citrus orchards – This research examined how different ground cover strategies influence the ecological roles of ants in citrus orchards, shedding light on their contributions to pest control and soil health.
The participation of BIOBEST and IVIA in this congress underscores their commitment to advancing biological control methods and promoting environmentally friendly agricultural practices. Their findings contribute significantly to the NextGenBioPest initiative, supporting the adoption of innovative pest management techniques that reduce chemical inputs and enhance ecosystem sustainability.